How to Learn the Philly Shell Boxing Defense
The Philly shell is a riskier defense that sacrifices some coverage for the ability to counterpunch more swiftly. It requires a lot of practice before it can be used successfully in a fight.
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Boxing training routines from legends like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson focus on speed bag drills and heavy bag work. Understanding boxing weight classes and equipment is vital for amateur and pro bouts.
Comparison of Boxing Gloves & MMA Type Gloves
Boxing gloves and MMA gloves are designed for the particulars of each sport. They differ in size, shape, weight and spaciousness.
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My Forearms Are Sore From Boxing
It's not surprising to come away from a session of boxing with sore forearms. Given the impact involved, especially in contrast to the relatively small bones and muscles in your forearms, the surprise is that the soreness isn't far more frequent and severe.
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Does Punching With Weights Make You Punch Faster?
Punching faster means your strikes land earlier, more often and with greater force. It should come as no surprise, then, that many fighters make punching faster a priority in their training.
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How to Practice Boxing at Home
The best training for boxing -- or any other martial art -- is live instruction from a qualified trainer. However, not everybody has access to a boxing gym. If you're on your own, you can still get started with your boxing skills by practicing in a home workout space you set up on your own.
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